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Many times, when the sole of our shoes breaks, we believe that there is no other option but to throw them away or spend a fortune on a shoe rack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, there is a simple and effective way to repair them at home with accessible materials, thus extending their useful life and saving money.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Materials Needed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Strong shoe glue<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • A piece of rubber or rubber to reinforce the sole<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Medium-grit sandpaper<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • A hot air dryer (this can be a powerful hair dryer or heat\u00a0gun)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Sharp knife or cutter<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Step-by-step procedure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Apply the glue to the damaged area<\/strong>: First, clean the surface of the sole thoroughly. Apply a layer of glue to the area of the breakage, without reaching the edge (leave about 5 mm free to avoid overflowing). Then, press both parts firmly for the glue to take effect.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Wait for the initial drying<\/strong>: Let the shoes sit for about 30 or 40 minutes for the glue to adhere properly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Sanding the sole<\/strong>: Once dry, use medium-grit sandpaper to level the surface of the sole and prepare the area for the next stage. It is also advisable to sand the piece of rubber that is going to adhere.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Attach the rubber reinforcement<\/strong>: Apply glue to both the sole of the shoe and the rubber reinforcement and let it dry for about 40 minutes. Then, I added a second layer of glue and wait another 20 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Activate the glue with heat<\/strong>: To improve adhesion, heat the area with a hot air dryer to a temperature of between 50 and 60 degrees. Then, press the rubber firmly against the sole and make sure it is securely secured.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    6. Let it rest<\/strong>: Once glued, let the shoe rest for at least 4 hours so that the adhesive does its job optimally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    7. Putting the finishing touches<\/strong>: Using a box cutter or scissors, trim off excess rubber and sand the edges for a neat, even finish.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Useful tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • If you don’t have a hot air dryer, you can heat the glue with a hair dryer on full power.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • For durability, avoid wearing shoes in the first 24 hours after repair.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • If the sole is very worn, you can reinforce it with a full rubber insole instead of just patching the damaged area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        With this simple method, you can extend the life of your favorite footwear without spending too much. Give your shoes a second chance instead of throwing them away!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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